The World of Aviation

Canadian planemaker Bombardier has announced that after 60 years in service, it will end the production of its once go-to private jet Learjet in 2021. Sales of the nine-seater Learjet have fallen over recent years, as customers opt for bigger, roomier private jets. As such, Bombardier has announced it will end Learjet production in order

The French government has reportedly scrapped plans for a major $11 billion expansion of its famed Charles de Gaulle Airport, citing environmental concerns and climate goals. According to French Ecological Transition Minister Barbara Pompili, who is responsible for preparing and implementing the French government’s policy in sustainability and climate action, the government has now asked

Mesa Air Group, in partnership with United Airlines, announced it will be working with Archer, the world’s leading urban air mobility company, to advance the adoption of sustainable flight in regional aviation. Since its founding, Mesa has been a leader in introducing new technology to regional aviation. Mesa’s expertise in operating regional service and navigating

The US Trade Representative’s office said on Thursday that it had agreed with US industry not to impose additional tariffs on imported EU goods, a first step in efforts to dissolve a 17-year dispute over trans-Atlantic aircraft trade. The European Union acknowledged the decision not to increase current tariffs, and reiterated again for the third

Sikorsky has now secured a deal to supply five additional VH-92A Presidential ‘white top’ helicopters to the US Marine Corps. The global defence prime Lockheed Martin subsidiary has been awarded a contract by the US Navy to deliver five VH-92A Presidential Helicopters, also known as ‘White Tops’ to the Marine Corps, in addition to the

A US House committee on Wednesday officially approved a $42 billion financial assistance package for the transportation sector that will see US airports provided with $8 billion in relief. However, another House committee is still to decide on the fate of US airlines and concessionaires, with a vote to be performed on Thursday over a